MY MOM'S SUGAR COOKIES

My Mom's Sugar Cookies image

This is my Mom's recipe. She is German and these are soft and cake like in texture and made with nutmeg. They are one of our family's favorites!

Provided by Barb Johnson

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European German

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

½ cup shortening
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon lemon zest
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup white sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons milk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ tablespoon baking soda

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl blend the shortening, salt, lemon zest and nutmeg together. Add the sugar and beat well. Beat in the eggs and milk and mix until well combined.
Sift flour, baking powder and baking soda together. Add to the shortening mixture and blend until combined.
Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto the baking sheets and flatten with a glass. Sprinkle tops with sugar. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 8 to 12 minutes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 62.3 mg, Sugar 4.2 g